My American and I knew we wanted another Maremma. Like Doug and Sharon Sharp have learned in breeding Maremmas to guard their ducks and Icelandic sheep, we know the Maremma is a protective but affectionate dog. Many breeders don’t recommend the Maremma sheepdog as a companion dog. In fact, some breeders will sell puppies only to farmers and ranchers who need the dogs to work as livestock guardians.